Contains Regulated Ingredients
EU Restricted Ingredients
These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.
Sodium HydroxideMax 5.0%
Max concentration:5.0%
Product types:(a) Nail cuticle solvent(b) Hair straightener(c) pH adjuster for depilatories(d) Other uses as pH adjusterCallosity softener/remover (entry 15d)
Conditions:(b)1. General use2. Professional use(c) up to pH 12.7(d) up to pH 1115 d Contains alcakali, Avoid contact with eyesKeep out of reach of chindren ans Read directions for use carefully
Label warnings: (a) Contains alkali Avoid contact with eyes Can cause blindness Keep out of reach of children(b) 1. Contains alkaliAvoid contact with eyes Can cause blindness Keep out of reach of children2. For professional use only Avoid contact with eyes Can cause blindness(c) Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with eyes
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated ‘Lavandula Oil/ Extract’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration of the substance or substances exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Linalool. RADIANCE ingredients: Water
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)g when its concentration exceeds: - 0.001% in leave-on products- 0.01% in rinse-off products
What does "EU Restricted" mean?
Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:
- Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
- Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
- pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
- Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
- Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients
These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.
Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
5.2
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.2, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 5.2, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
NiacinamidepH 5–7
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganNot compliant
Contains Soluble Collagen
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Key Actives
Contains Vitamin CConfirmed
Contains vitamin C derivative
Vitamin C SerumConfirmed
Niacinamide SerumConfirmed
Exfoliating SerumConfirmed
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
36 natural 5 unknown 14 synthetic
Based on 55 ingredients analyzed. 65% natural, 9% unknown and 26% synthetic.
Active ingredients6 actives
Preservatives4 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning13:Linalool. RADIANCE ingredients: Water, Niacinamide, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Sodium PCA, Arginine, Hydrolyzed Ceratonia Siliqua Seed Extract, Lecithin... +5 more
type of chemical entity10:Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate... +2 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Viscous, serum-like — slightly "thick water" feel
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish. Cooling sensation on application with rapid dry-down.